When did Scarlett Johansson started Outset? Co-founder Kate Foster Lengyel exits from the beauty and skincare brand

The Outset was created by American actress Scarlett Johansson and beauty enthusiast and brand advisor Kate Foster Lengyel. The Outset is a simple, conscious, and clean beauty and skincare brand that originated three years ago in March 2022. The main focus of the brand is to provide minimal products and skincare for people with sensitive skin. The purpose of the brand was hugely inspired by Johansson's skin issues.

However, after working together for more than three years, co-founder Kate Foster Lengyel is exiting the beauty and skincare brand. She was working as the brand's CEO. In a recent Instagram post, she announced that she will be stepping down from the position. Although she did not reveal the reason behind the decision, she expressed how wonderful it was working with the Outset team in her caption.

She also posted a thread of photos from her time at the beauty company, including a few photos with co-founder Johansson, which can be taken as a sign that there is no bad blood between the two women.

More details from Kate Foster Lengyel leaving The Outset

Lengyel posted a lengthy caption on Instagram with a carousel of photos, including herself with Outset products, herself with Johansson, as well as other Outset events. While announcing her departure on her personal Instagram account, she wrote:

"To this community for your love and support, and my brilliant team who helped create best-sellers and viral hits. To the countless store associates I’ve met and customers who have trusted us with your skin. To my family and friends for your endless patience, generosity and encouragement. To the many partners who believed in our mission, and went all in. To Scarlett for an opportunity of a lifetime..."

Kate Foster Lengyel added:

"It’s been five wonderful years building The Outset as co-founder and now it’s time to pass the torch as CEO, take on new adventures, and keep innovating. @theoutset is the skincare brand of my dreams and I could not be prouder of where it is today. While my camera roll holds thousands of photos documenting this journey, here are a few to represent the many bold decisions, awkward selfies, boxes packed, fun Q&As, and pinch-me moments."

The ex-CEO had nothing but good wishes for her team and family.

"It’s been so meaningful — and a lot of fun — sharing the ride with you. I’ll still be here, rooting for my family at The Outset, while I take on some new opportunities that I’m excited to share," Lengyel concludes.

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The skincare and beauty brand has grown immensely since 2022. By 2025, it had branched out to retail stores, including Sephora. Up to 30% of the male population makes up The Outset's customers. Since Johansson is not on Instagram, an email from the brand states that Kate Foster Lengyel is leaving to "pursue other career opportunities."

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